Who Is Ashleigh Barty? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Ashleigh Barty was born on April 24, 1996, making her 29 years old as of 2025. A former professional tennis player, Barty rose to prominence in the world of sports for her exceptional skills and sportsmanship. She became the first Australian woman to win the Australian Open singles title in 2020 in more than 40 years. Ashleigh's remarkable career includes her victory at Wimbledon in 2021, solidifying her status as a global tennis icon. Beyond her tennis achievements, she has expressed interest in various personal development projects and community engagements.
| Occupation | Tennis Players |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | April 24, 1996 |
| Age | 29 Years |
| Birth Place | Ipswich, Queensland, Australia |
| Horoscope | Taurus |
| Country | Australia |
Popularity
Ashleigh Barty's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
- Height: 1.66 m (5 feet 5 inches)
- Weight: 58 kg (128 lbs)
- Body Measurements: 34-26-34 inches
Ashleigh Barty is known for her athletic physique, which played a significant role in her success on the tennis court. Her dedication to fitness and health remains evident in her public appearances and lifestyle choices.
Barty returned to singles in late May. She qualified for the Eastbourne Trophy, a $50K event, where she made it to the semifinals in both singles and doubles. The following week, Barty returned to the WTA Tour, where she qualified for the Nottingham Open. She made it to the quarterfinals, losing to top seed Karolína Plíšková in a close match.
She was happy with her performance, saying, "It's nice to know that straight off the bat I can come in and compete with the best in the world." Barty also received a wildcard into qualifying at Wimbledon, but did not reach the main draw.
After a bone stress injury in her arm, she only played in one more event that year, the WTA 125 Taipei Challenger in November.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Ashleigh Barty has kept much of her personal life private, but she is known to be in a committed relationship with Garry Kissick, a professional golfer. The couple has been spotted together at various events and has shared glimpses of their life on social media. Barty often credits her family for their support throughout her tennis career. She has a close relationship with her parents and siblings, who have played a crucial role in her journey.
Her father grew up in the rural North Queensland town of Bowen where he became a Queensland and Australian representative in golf and later worked for the State Library of Queensland.
Her mother is the daughter of English immigrants, was a state representative for Queensland in golf in her younger years, and began working as a radiographer after retiring from golf. Through her great-grandmother, Barty is of the Indigenous Australian Ngaragu people, the Aboriginal people of southern New South Wales and northeastern Victoria.
She grew up in Springfield, a suburb of Ipswich, Queensland, and attended Woodcrest State College throughout her upbringing. She has two older sisters named Sara and Ali.
Besides tennis, Barty also played netball as a child, but decided to focus on tennis because she "thought netball was a girls' game" and because her sisters were better than her at that sport.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Ashleigh Barty's net worth is estimated to be around $30 million. Her wealth is attributed to her successful tennis career, endorsements, and business ventures. Barty consistently ranks among the highest-earning female athletes, reflecting her status and marketability in the sports world. Her earnings from tournaments and sponsorships contribute significantly to her financial portfolio.
Career, Business, and Investments
Since retiring from professional tennis in March 2022, Ashleigh Barty has diversified her career. She has embarked on various business ventures, including collaborations with sports brands and launching her own line of tennis gear. Barty also engages in motivational speaking and philanthropic activities, focusing on youth programs and sports development in Australia. Her transition from athlete to entrepreneur has been met with much admiration and success.
Barty reached a career-high junior ranking of world No. 2, having excelled at both singles and doubles. She started playing low-level events on the ITF Junior Circuit in 2009 at the age of 13 and won her first title at the Grade-4 Australian International before turning 14.
Barty continued to play only in tournaments below the higher tiers until the end of 2010, compiling a record of 24–2 in her five events that season while also capturing a Grade 2 title in Thailand. She played her first junior Grand Slam event in 2011 at the Australian Open, where she lost her opening match to third seed Lauren Davis.
However, she bounced back from this defeat in the coming months by winning both the singles and doubles events at two high-level Grade 1 events, the Sarawak Chief Minister's Cup in Malaysia in March and the Belgian International Junior Championships in May.
Social Network
Ashleigh Barty has a strong presence on social media, where she shares snippets of her life, including her fitness routines, travel experiences, and personal insights. She is active on platforms like Instagram and Twitter, connecting with her fans and fellow athletes. Barty uses her platform to promote a healthy lifestyle and encourage young athletes to pursue their dreams.
Thanasi Kokkinakis, one of her compatriot contemporaries as well as one of her mixed doubles partners, has described her game as, "Ash plays different to most girls. She likes to come into the net, she uses her slice very well and she's crafty.
Whereas a lot of girls like to hit the ball hard and flat, she plays a little bit differently, she plays with a bit more control... and she makes things awkward for her opponent."
Education
Barty attended school in Australia and balanced her education with her burgeoning tennis career. Despite her early success, she is known for prioritizing education and encouraging young athletes to value their studies alongside their sporting endeavors. She completed her schooling while competing at high levels, showcasing her dedication and discipline.
Barty started working with her longtime junior coach Jim Joyce at the West Brisbane Tennis Centre at the age of four. Joyce remarked that he did not typically train children as young as Barty, but made an exception because of her excellent hand-eye coordination and high level of focus.
He recalled a moment from their first lesson, saying, "The first ball I threw to her, bang!
She hit it right back." As a child, Barty also practised at home, remembering, "I used to hit the ball against [the wall exterior to our living room] every day after school, for hours on end." By the time she was nine, she was practising against boys who were six years older. At the age of 12, she was playing against male adults.
She first met her mentor, Alicia Molik, at the under-12 national championships in Melbourne.
